“His wealth of experience and knowledge will be of huge value to Metrodome; and we’re delighted to announce the promotion of Giles Edwards to head of acquisitions – he’s constantly demonstrated a sharp commercial instinct, excellent taste and has been a key deal-maker since he joined the team.

“I look forward to working closely with both of them to continue to build the business.”

Metrodome is the among the independent UK distribution outfits looking to capitalise on the recent shakeup in the UK landscape, with direct competitor Revolver in trouble, the likes of Momentum and G2 no longer in business and other established and nascent players struggling to meet the cost of theatrical releasing.

At eOne, Kennedy will report to Lara Thompson, evp of filmed entertainment, and Ken McMahon, recently appointed head of home entertainment for UK.

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